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Delhi NCR [India], September 5: The GST Council has rationalised tax rates into a simplified two-slab structure of 5% and 18%. Among the most impactful changes is the reduction of GST on cement from 28% to 18%, a move expected to significantly lower project costs and drive growth in real es
Madani criticised that leaders across the political spectrum, including the Prime Minister, opposition leaders, and state leaders, for using "inappropriate" and "offensive language".
"The GST rationalisation is a progressive step towards making products and services more affordable for consumers, easing operational complexity of doing business, lowering inflation and driving consumption growth across the retail sector. This will serve as a big booster to India's econo
BMS also expressed hope that manufacturers, insurance companies, and others will promptly pass on these benefits to the common man by lowering the prices of essential daily-use products, said Ravindra Himte, General Secretary, BMS, in a statement.
Lower GST on automobiles is set to make vehicles more affordable for buyers and create new opportunities for sellers. As per a Crisil Intelligence report, the revised GST slab to 18 per cent from 28 per cent will benefit the auto sector and boost domestic sales.
Parameshwara said the central government has finally understood the concerns raised by his party, which had long been demanding a cut in Goods and Services Tax (GST), introduced on July 1, 2017.
"Poor people, unaware of the quality of the product, buy the cheaper product from the market. Beneficiaries of the Ujjwala scheme need protective hoses the most, but they will be able to afford them only if the price is lower. Because of the 18 per cent GST on it, the price increases signifi
"We are supporting the move of the Prime Minister. Assam's view is to lower GST to 5% and 18%. We will completely support the decision of the Government of India," Sarma said while speaking to the reporters here.
Health and term insurance premiums may become cheaper if the Goods and Services Tax (GST) Council approves rate cuts at its meeting, which began here on Wednesday.